1982 In response to terrorist attacks on northern towns, Israel invaded Lebanon as far north as Beirut on 6 June 1982. In 1985, Israel withdrew from most of Lebanon but maintained a 'security zone' along the border until 2000, policed by Israeli soldiers and members of the South Lebanese army.
Pictured, Israeli soldiers in Beirut during the invasion
Photograph: David Rubinger/ Time & Life Pictures/Getty Images
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